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R575 GAG

1997 Yamaha Virago

Maroon Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

15,368 mi
Last recorded15,368 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR575 GAG
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2021 15,368 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 14,356 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 14,285 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 May 2017 13,999 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 13,999 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 May 2016 13,279 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 13,279 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2015 12,005 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 11,561 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 11,244 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 May 2013 11,244 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 10,964 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 8,874 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 8,874 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 May 2010 6,441 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 6,162 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 5,466 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Virago?

Based on 18,852 MOT tests across 1,770 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
353
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,770
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 218
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 214
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 107
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 90
Headlamp aim too high 85
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R575 GAG is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Maroon with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 13,279 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha Virago fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 218 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R575 GAG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Virago typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Virago is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R575 GAG registered?

R575 GAG is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R575 GAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R575 GAG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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